Finial: Hair Pin

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Description

A double-sided metalwork finial made of inlaid two-toned blue kingfisher feathers outlined with metal. There is a design consisting of a flower with a central red stone, another flower with a beaded centre, fruit, and leaves. Part of a set of Chinese bridal ornaments.

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Item Classes

metalwork

Condition

fair

Accession Number

0039/0003 b

Cultural Context

Part of hair pin worn by Manchu bride or bridesmaid.

Description

A double-sided metalwork finial made of inlaid two-toned blue kingfisher feathers outlined with metal. There is a design consisting of a flower with a central red stone, another flower with a beaded centre, fruit, and leaves. Part of a set of Chinese bridal ornaments.